Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Melanthiaceae

Genus:

Stenanthium

Species:

Stenanthium densum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, acidic, well-drained sandy loam

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

requires good drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers acidic, nutrient-poor soils typical of pine barrens

Germination Information